One Rincon Hill is a residential high‑rise development located on the Rincon Hill peninsula within the South of Market (SoMa) district of San Francisco, California, United States. The project consists of two towers—commonly referred to as Phase I and Phase II—both of which serve as condominiums and rental apartments.
Location and site
The development occupies a waterfront site bounded by Harrison Street, Spear Street, and the Embarcadero. The location overlooks San Francisco Bay and is adjacent to the Transbay Transit Center and other SoMa high‑rise buildings.
Phase I
- Construction commenced in 2005 and was completed in 2008.
- The tower rises 39 stories and reaches a roof height of approximately 420 feet (128 m).
- It contains roughly 375 residential units, a mixture of condominiums and rentals.
Phase II
- Construction began in 2011 and was completed in 2014.
- The second tower stands 53 stories tall, with a roof height of about 525 feet (160 m), making it one of the tallest residential structures in San Francisco.
- This phase adds roughly 355 residential units and includes additional amenity space.
Design and engineering
The towers were designed by the architectural firms Solomon Cordwell Buenz and Heller Manus Architects. Structural engineering was provided by Magnusson Klemencic Associates. The design emphasizes a slender, glass‑curtain‑wall façade and includes setbacks that respond to the city’s height and zoning regulations.
Development and ownership
The overall project was developed as a joint venture between The Related Companies (a large real‑estate development firm) and local partners. The development has been marketed as luxury housing, featuring amenities such as a fitness center, swimming pool, rooftop terrace, concierge service, and secure parking.
Context and significance
One Rincon Hill contributes to the revitalization of the Rincon Hill area, which has transitioned from a historically industrial waterfront to a high‑density residential neighborhood. The towers are among the tallest residential buildings in the city and are prominent elements of the San Francisco skyline when viewed from the bay.
See also
- List of tallest buildings in San Francisco
- Rinckon Hill, San Francisco
References
- Emporis and SkyscraperCenter databases (building height, floor count, completion dates)
- Official project press releases from The Related Companies (development details)
- City of San Francisco Planning Department records (zoning and permits).
